BANISH the winter blues this half term with a range of action-packed events for the kids.

Charnwood Borough Council’s activity programme is bursting with activities, including outdoor cooking, climbing and den building to keep children, and the rest of the family, entertained from February 17-21.

Free street cricket sessions are also on offer in Loughborough and Thurmaston to provide youngsters with two fun-filled hours run by experienced coaches.

Coun David Snartt, Charnwood Borough Council’s cabinet member for neighbourhood services, said: “Each half term we work to secure a programme of events that will keep children active, but that won’t break the bank.

“We are committed to providing residents with the opportunity to live active and healthy lifestyles, and the host of events that we’re providing this February is part of that.

“We’re also hoping the programme will further inspire young people to try new sports, such as fencing, to continue the borough’s sporting legacy.”

Activities will be held in venues across the borough, including Charnwood College and Roundhill Academy’s sports halls, and Loughborough Leisure Centre.

Parents, carers and siblings under five are welcome to attend selected activities.

Wild Card holders can also enjoy great discounts on all activities.

For a full list of activities on offer this half term, visit www.charnwood.gov.uk/pages/holidayprogrammes